The following obituaries appeared in the July 10, 2024 edition of the Star Valley Independent.
For more area obituaries, please visit Schwab Mortuary.
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Mary LaDeen Astle
Mary LaDeen Astle died June 17, 2024, in Layton, Utah at the age of 98. She was born December 29, 1925, in Afton Wyoming to William Owen Miles and Martha Opal Nield.
A viewing will be held July 12, 2024, at the Afton 3rd Ward building from 9:00-10:45 a.m. and the funeral will follow at 11:00 a.m.
LaDeen was married to Ken Astle on July 1, 1947, in the Idaho Falls Temple. They had three children.
After high school she attended beauty school in Ogden, Utah. After graduating she returned to Afton where she was a beautician for 64 years.
LaDeen is survived by two children, two daughter-in-laws, and their families. Kenna Perry, (Helen) Astle, Ryck (Kristal) Astle, 12 grandchildren, 24 great grandchildren, and five great, great-grandchildren.
LaDeen was preceded in death by her husband Ken, her son Val, son-in-law (Duane) Perry, her parents, two sisters Audron Brower, Venice Linford, and three brothers O’Neil, Burwin, and Delmer Miles.
Ruby Jammerman-Taylor
Ruby Jean Jammerman-Taylor, a beloved mother, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend to all, was called home on July 2, 2024. She was born on December 19, 1980, in Casper Wyoming to Chris and Helen Jammerman.
Ruby was the youngest of six children. Being the youngest she was determined to be her own person and carve her own path. She was very strong-willed and if there was something that she wanted she would make it happen. She went to elementary school in Jackson WY. Her family moved to Star Valley where she graduated in 1999. In High School she made lifelong friends that she cherished. While in High School she discovered her love and talent for art and painted beautiful pieces.
Ruby was always up for an adventure. She was able to travel to Canada with her children’s father, Beau. While there, she was able to volunteer at a living center which opened a door to one of her pas- sions of loving, caring and helping others.
Ruby married Beau Taylor in May 2003. They then moved to Montana where she was able to follow her dream and go to massage therapy school. She LOVED her opportunity to help and heal others. She never stopped learning and improving her knowledge to be the best and provide the latest techniques for her clients. She was very proud to have worked in Jackson and later served Star Valley in her own studio and lastly in a chiropractic office. She used her skills to help clients find relief from stress and pain. Her touch was known for its healing properties, and her clientele appreciated her expertise and compassionate care. Her kindness and patience made her an invaluable asset.
Ruby was a comforting presence for those in need. She then went on to receive her CNA degree and was able to continue her love for helping and caring for others. She was loved by many patients and families that she cared for at the living center. Ruby decided it was time to explore new opportunities and obtained her Commercial driver’s license. With that license, she drove a truck for a season. It was a challenge that she was determined to prove that she could perfect, and she did!! Most recently she joined the Silver Star team in Star Valley.
Ruby’s most cherished accomplishments were her children, Andrew, Kassy, and Amanda Liz. They will always be her deepest love and proudest achievements. She would travel across the state whether it was to watch Andrew play football or soccer or to be there for Kassy’s Color Guard competitions. Amanda Liz kept her busy with dance, gymnastics, basketball, and soccer. She was her children’s most enthusiastic supporter and advocate. Ruby loved to take them on adventures and create memories from camping, concerts, kayaking, to horseback riding.
She will be missed for her light, smile, kindness, and contagious laugh that she shared with all those she crossed paths with.
Ruby is survived by her three children, Andrew, Kassy, and Amanda Liz. She’s also survived by her parents, Chris and Helen Jammerman, five siblings including Kim (Dan) Kenyon, Earl Jammerman, Cindy Remington, Chris (Jennifer) Jammerman, Rachael (Chris) Wolfley and many nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her niece Heather Kenyon as well as her sister-in-law Amanda Taylor.
Namaste
Nancy Barr
Nancy Barr passed away peacefully surrounded by family at her home in Afton, Wyoming on July 5, 2024, at the age of 67. Nancy was born August 8, 1956 in Winona, MS. She went on to pursue a long career in the medical field where she later retired as a nurse.
Nancy and her husband, Charlie Barr, were members of the church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She will always be remembered as a caring individual who loved her family and friends dearly.
Nancy is survived by her husband Charlie Barr of Afton, Ramona (Dave) Jones of Grover, WY, Jeremy (Gina) Fraizier of Memphis, TN, Kimberly Moon of Crosby, TX, 14 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her brother, Paul Jenkins of Memphis, TN.
Visitation will take place at Schwab Funeral Home (44 E 4th Ave. Afton, WY) on Tuesday, July 9 from 6-7 p.m.
Family will also accept visitors on Wednesday, July 10 from 9-9:45 a.m. with services to immediately follow beginning at 10 a.m. at the Cotton- wood Ward in Osmond.
